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Michael Anthony Richards (born July 24, 1949) is an American actor and former stand-up comedian. He achieved global recognition for starring as Cosmo Kramer on the NBC television sitcom Seinfeld from 1989 to 1998.
Jun 11, 2019 · The actor who played Kramer on Seinfeld struggled to find another hit after the show ended, and his racist rant in 2006 further damaged his reputation. Learn how his failed sitcom, bungled apologies, and voluntary break from show business contributed to his obscurity.
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Michael Richards is best known for playing Cosmo Kramer on Seinfeld, a role that earned him three Emmys and a cult following. He also appeared in films like UHF, Airheads, and Bee Movie, and created and starred in The Michael Richards Show.
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Learn about the life and career of Michael Richards, the actor who played Cosmo Kramer on Seinfeld and other comedy roles. Find out his birth date, height, family, awards, trivia, and more.
- July 24, 1949
May 23, 2024 · Seinfeld star Michael Richards is recalling the medical diagnosis that he feared could’ve been his last. The actor, best known for playing Cosmo Kramer on the beloved sitcom, details his...
Cosmo Kramer, usually referred to simply by his surname, is a fictional character in the American television sitcom Seinfeld (1989–1998) played by Michael Richards . The character is loosely based on comedian Kenny Kramer, Larry David 's ex-neighbor across the hall.
Nov 17, 2023 · The actor and comedian, who played Kramer on the hit sitcom, will share his life stories, from his army service to his stand-up scandal. Jerry Seinfeld wrote the foreword for the book, which will publish in June 2024.
